PetSmart grant helps shelter see reduction in cat intake, euthanasia

UPLAND - The Upland Animal Shelter recently completed their second year participating in the PetSmart Charities "Free Roaming Cats" spay/neuter program, which is sponsored by the PetSmart Charities Grant.

"This program has succeeded far beyond my expectations," said Jon Knowlton, animal services supervisor, in an email. "Usually a program such as this takes about 5 years to see real results."

Cat intake has declined by 32 percent and euthanasias have declined by 56 percent from May 2010 through May 2013.

In 2010-11, the shelter took in 1,444 cats and euthanized 580. In 2011-12, the shelter took in 1,253 cats and euthanized 306.

"This is remarkable and is a direct result of the incredible assistance from the community," Knowlton said.

The Upland Animal Shelter is at 1275 San Bernardino Rd. in Memorial Park.

For more information on adoptable pets call the shelter at 909-931-4185.